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Stumped on what to wear for your next audition? Dress for success with these tips from New York, NY voice teacher Chelsea F...
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You've practiced, studied, taken countless lessons, and you are now ready to go on some auditions... but the night before your audition you peer into your closet and realize, to your horror, you dont know what to wear!
This is a topic that many students dont ask their voice teachers about because, lets face it, in a 45- to 60-minute lesson there is …
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High Notes & High Fashions: What to Wear to Your Next Audition

Stumped on what to wear for your next audition? Dress for success with these tips from New York, NY voice teacher Chelsea F...
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You've practiced, studied, taken countless lessons, and you are now ready to go on some auditions... but the night before your audition you peer into your closet and realize, to your horror, you dont know what to wear!
This is a topic that many students dont ask their voice teachers about because, lets face it, in a 45- to 60-minute lesson there is

Dancing for Beginners: What Can I Expect at My First Lesson?

Ready to give a "dancing for beginners" class a shot? Here, teacher Liz T. shares what to expect, and how to set yourself up for success...
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So you've signed up for your first dance class - excellent! Whether you are pursuing ballet, jazz, tap, modern, ballroom, salsa, or Zumba, here are some things to expect at your first lesson and tips to help you succeed in your dance training!
Decide Between Private Lessons or Group Lessons
Some dance classes, such as ballet, jazz, and tap

Acting Tips: Do I Really Need an Acting Coach?

How important is it for aspiring actors to hire an acting coach? Find out in this guest post by New York, NY acting teacher Stephanie B...
So let's assume you are an actor in NYC or LA - running around auditioning like mad, but not really getting too many call-backs. And not really getting cast, either! You think, maybe I should try working with an acting coach like some others do. But what can an acting coach do for me? Why give someone money to do---what? What does an acting coach do to

How to Learn to Dance: Are Classes or Private Lessons Better?

Whether you're just starting out as a dancer or preparing for your solo debut, a professional instructor is a mandatory ingredient in your recipe for success. But do you know how to learn to dance at a pace that's right for you? If you're having trouble deciding between group classes and private lessons, consider some of the ways in which each instruction method can benefit you.
Is Dance Class Your Best Bet?
When students first enter the world of dance, it's often through enrollment in a gro

This Fun Activity Helps Your Child Learn Languages

Did you know that participating in performing arts can help your child learn a new language? In this article, Mariella Gambardella from eSpectacularKids.com shows you how theater and language-learning go hand in hand...
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When I moved to Spain with my family, neither my husband nor I spoke a word of Spanish. Our one-year-old daughter had not been exposed to the language yet either. Having lived in a few countries before, though, we were very aware of the importance of learning the